Sustainability in Your Business Operations

What is Operational Sustainability?

Business operations – manufacturing, inventory management, administration/HR – have environmental and social impacts. From energy and fuel consumption that generate greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions to employee engagement in the community, operating a business in a sustainable way involves maximizing positive impacts, minimizing negative impacts and generating profit. Our services can help your company address these challenges in many ways, including developing and implementing:

strategies to reduce energy and fuel consumption and carbon footprint

ways to address water consumption and quality issues resulting from manufacturing operations and buildings/land

waste management strategies that address product and other packaging, as well as process waste from operations

employee engagement strategies that create a sustainable workplace and community

These are just a few of the ways in which we can make your business more sustainable.

Why Invest in Operational Sustainability?

There are many reasons, some of which may be less obvious than others. Consider the following:

many of the eco-efficiency measures that are a part of operational sustainability can dramatically cut costs and many pay back on the initial investment in short time periods

regulations concerning GHGs, chemicals, water/air pollution and other impacts are getting more numerous and more complex to manage

stakeholders are demanding transparency into how you run your business – increase brand value from running your business sustainably and possibly suffer if you do not

tomorrow’s employees come from generations that place high value on sustainability – recruiting talent becomes easier if your business is sustainable

How Do I Get Started Making My Business Operations More Sustainable?

While there is no “one-size-fits-all” answer, we often begin with a baseline materiality assessment, which can identify trouble spots – places where your operations lag versus regulation, stakeholder expectations or cost reduction opportunities. From there, we can help develop strategies to address these concerns. We do this in an ambitious but realistic manner – the design and implementation process will stretch you but will also take into account capacity to change and other cultural issues relevant to your particular circumstances.

Your Business Will Benefit From Working With Us

We’re ready to start helping you build your sustainable business right now! Take advantage of our sustainability expertise and business experience. Contact us at 212-343-1006 or email us at info@kuhnassociatesllc.com.